obituaries


Margaret Alegria

Margaret Alegria

February 9, 2026

The story is about Margaret Alegria, a remarkable woman born in Bisbee on May 11, 1943, to her loving parents. Margaret had a heart of gold and walked with pride. She loved many people regardless of their background or who they were, always extending a helping hand to anyone in need. She adored her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, cherishing her...

Betty Ann Matson

Betty Ann Matson

February 6, 2026

Betty Ann Matson, age 72, was born on December 8, 1953, in Baldwin Park, California, and was called home to be with Jesus on February 6, 2026.

Betty was the loving wife of Chuck Matson; devoted mother of Randy Afshar; and cherished mother-in-law to Melissa Afshar. She was a proud grandmother to Nikol Afshar and great-grandmother to Emily Willingham and Blair...

Alma Ruth Williams

Alma Ruth Williams

February 6, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Alma Ruth (Clark) Williams on the morning of February 6, 2026. She was surrounded by love and free from pain at the end.

Alma lived a life marked by quiet strength, perseverance, her faith, and care for her family and friends.

Alma Ruth Clark was born on September 2, 1949 in...

Donalda Tardiff

Donalda Tardiff

February 5, 2026

Donalda M. Tardiff

May 17, 1932 – February 5, 2026

It is with both deep sadness and great joy that we announce God has called our precious mom from this temporary life to her eternal home on Thursday, February 5, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 93.

Donna was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Mary and Silas Roy Lewis and...

Ronald E Austin

Ronald E Austin

February 5, 2026

Ronald E. Austin left us too soon on February 5th, 2026 at the age of 63, in the midst of a life still vibrant. Born in Tacoma, Washington, in 1962, he grew up playing baseball and attended Dash Point and Browns Point Elementary schools and Meeker Junior High. He learned to play golf as a teenager, a sport he continued...

Bert Ozzie Gillette

Bert Ozzie Gillette

February 2, 2026

Bert Ozzie Gillette, 90, of Amado, Arizona, passed away on February 2, 2026, at his home. He was born on April 25, 1935, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Odel and Myrtis (Millward) Gillette.

Bert led a life full of dedication and passion. He relocated to Arizona in September 2026. His contributions through his work were matched by his spirit as a proud...

Sue Gully

Sue Gully

January 31, 2026

Sue Lynn Gully, (Hardy), age 83, of Tucson, AZ, passed away on January 31, 2026, in her home. She was born October 15, 1942, in Flint, MI, a daughter of the late Lester and Geraldine (Huff) Hardy.

Sue grew up in Flushing, MI and raised her children in Berkley, MI where she met the love of her life, Anthony (Tony) Gully....

Heidemarie Friederike Hughes

Heidemarie Friederike Hughes

January 30, 2026

Heidemarie Friederike “Heidi” Hughes, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born on April 16, 1947, in Neu-Ulm, Bavaria, Germany

. Heidi was the devoted wife of Sammie Hughes, She was reunited in heaven with her husband, who passed away on May 8, 2015. Together they built a life...

Dan Leroy Pine

Dan Leroy Pine

January 27, 2026

Dan “Bub” Leroy Pine, 90, of Tucson, AZ passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026.

Dan was born on July 7, 1935, in Columbus City, Iowa to Haig and Nola Pine.

In February 1955 Dan entered and served in the U.S. Army at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri.

After his military service, Dan began his career with Texaco in Long Beach, California. He...

Timothy Mack Brown

Timothy Mack Brown

January 26, 2026

Timothy Mack Brown April 15, 1949 – January 26, 2026

His career goal was to make each and every individual who stepped foot in his classroom and on the mat, a more productive citizen.

Timothy Mack Brown, 76, of Tucson, Arizona passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. Tim was born on April 15, 1949 to William and Lucinda Brown in Washington,...

Maria Gloria Grajeda

Maria Gloria Grajeda

January 25, 2026

Maria Gloria Grajeda

05/11/1932-01/25/2026

"Con profundo dolor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestra madre Maria Gloria Grajeda, quien partió con el Señor el día 01/25/2026 a la edad de 93 años. Fue una mujer ejemplar, pilar fundamental de nuestra familia, cuyo amor incondicional y sus sacrificios marcaron las vidas de quienes la conocieron. Fue una madre abnegada y fuerte.

La sobreviven sus hijos, sus...

Joan Marron-Larue

Joan Marron-Larue

January 25, 2026

Celebrating the life of Joan Finkenbinder LaRue

Joan Marron LaRue, a celebrated impressionist painter and a pillar of the Oklahoma arts community, passed away in late January 2026 at the age of 91. Born Joan Finkenbinder in 1934 in Custer County, Oklahoma, she grew up on a family farm near Clinton, where her deep connection to the land began. After earning...

Joyce Marie Brown

Joyce Marie Brown

January 24, 2026

Joyce M. Brown, 88, of Malone passed away on January 24, 2026, in Tucson Arizona, with her family by her side. Graveside service will be held in the spring at Notre Dame Cemetery, Malone.

Joyce was born on August 18, 1937, in Malone, NY to the late Howard and Marion (Monette) Jeror. She attended Malone Central School and graduated from Franklin...

Elizabeth June Mote

Elizabeth June Mote

January 24, 2026

Elizabeth June Mote

July 7, 1937 – January 24, 2026

Our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, mentor, and friend, Elizabeth June Williams Mote, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, 12:45 PM, at home in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 88.5 of a sudden illness that took her quickly.

She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Mote Elliott and son-in-law Todd D Elliott;...

Louise Cooper

Louise Cooper

January 23, 2026

It is with immense heartfelt sadness that we announce the death of our beautiful mother:

Louise Anita Cooper October 9, 1938 – January 23, 2026

Mom began her life in a little house in Sicily, Illinois born to Lyle and Raymonda Frazier. She was the second of six children. She attended school in nearby Kincaid, Illinois and graduated from Kincaid High School.

Louise...

Alfred "Appie" Altuna

Alfred "Appie" Altuna

January 21, 2026

Alfred Altuna (Al or Appie as he is called by his family) passed peacefully at home on January 21, 2026, surrounded by family. He shared 55 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Priscilla Marquez Altuna. Together they had three children, Greg, Steven, and Aileen.

Al was born June 9, 1947 in Lordsburg, NM, the second oldest of 6 children. A...

Ramon Munguia Vazquez

Ramon Munguia Vazquez

January 18, 2026

On January 18th, 2026, the most Loving Husband "Ramon Vazquez Munguia “ gained his wings and was called home. He was born on November 10th, 1954, in Sahuarita, Sonora. He has left behind his loving wife Maria Vasquez, Stepchildren, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and many family members who loved him tremendously. He will be immensely missed & will always be in...